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Dress To Impress Contest

All Day 3/24 - 4/6
Teenspace at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Do you like to play Dress to Impress on Roblox with your besties? Bring your skills to the Teenspace for a DTI contest! Come to the Teenspace and pick up a template sheet and instr...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Games
Event Details:

Do you like to play Dress to Impress on Roblox with your besties? Bring your skills to the Teenspace for a DTI contest!

Teen painting on a easel

Spring Break Paint & Sip

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

With the weather getting warmer, nature waking back up, and school on a short pause, we're in the mood for another Paint & Sip!Join us as we sip on lemonade/water and create pi...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

With the weather getting warmer, nature waking back up, and school on a short pause, we're in the mood for another Paint & Sip!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Person working on DIY magazine

Fanzine Workshop

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Learn how to make a fanzine (a mini handmade magazine) to celebrate your favorite fandom or niche interest. *If you're interested in making a collage-style zine, please bring ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a fanzine (a mini handmade magazine) to celebrate your favorite fandom or niche interest. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

A row of people in front of computers

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out th...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out the numbers.

Teens sitting outside at a table talking

Teen Library Council - Middle School

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Hands in a circle

Teen Volunteer Day

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teenspace at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!

Teens sitting outside at a table talking

Teen Library Council - High School

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!Our spring program is an escape room on March 21st!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

Our spring program is an escape room on March 21st!

hand writing in notebook

Introduction to Canva

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of this free online graphic design tool. Canva can help you elevate your signs, presentations, posters and social media posts. We’ll show you the basic steps from ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of this free online graphic design tool. Canva can help you elevate your signs, presentations, posters and social media posts.

teen writing in notebook smiling

Teen Writing Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Teen crafting at a table

Calming Crafts

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Prepare for the end of the year final push with some calming crafts! We'll have supplies for calming glitter jars, various fidgets, zen coloring and more.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Prepare for the end of the year final push with some calming crafts! We'll have supplies for calming glitter jars, various fidgets, zen coloring and more.

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-8Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.No registration required. The lib...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Classes, Games
Event Details:

Grades 1-8

Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

landscape painting by artist Christopher Hughes

Art Demo: Alla Prima Acrylics

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Zoom Webinars and Meetings:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us. Informatio...

Event Details:

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless. Starting with a reference photo, Christopher will walk through ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless.

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Person that has given blood

Versiti Blood Drive

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois will be holding a blood drive in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor from 1-6 pm.Click here to make your appointment.Appointments ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois will be holding a blood drive in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor from 1-6 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

3D Printer

3D Print Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Learn to use Tinkercad, a 3D design program, and create 3D printed art. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Required
Event Details:

Learn to use Tinkercad, a 3D design program, and create 3D printed art. 

Shelby Van Pelt CREDIT Karen Forsythe

Author Visit: Shelby Van Pelt

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Join us in kicking-off our 4th Annual Local Author Fest with a keynote presentation by Wheaton's very own New York Times Bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby V...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Join us in kicking-off our 4th Annual Local Author Fest with a keynote presentation by Wheaton's very own New York Times Bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Local Author Fest

Local Author Fest

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Event Details:

Celebrate your local authors at our 4th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm. Authors will have copies of their books to ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Celebrate your local authors at our 4th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

A row of people in front of computers

Introduction to PowerPoint

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Spice up your presentations with PowerPoint. Create slides, insert photos and graphics, and add visual interest with transitions and animations.  

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Spice up your presentations with PowerPoint. Create slides, insert photos and graphics, and add visual interest with transitions and animations. 

 

Anime drawn teen girl walking at night in a forest

Anime and Manga Club

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person, Movie
Required
Event Details:

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not required, but are welcome!)

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Come Write In!

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Come “write” in to Meeting Room A to work on your current writing project, chat with other teen writers, and get feedback on your work! 

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Come “write” in to Meeting Room A to work on your current writing project, chat with other teen writers, and get feedback on your work! 

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Event Details:

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia! 

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

A row of people in front of computers

Microsoft PowerPoint - Intermediate

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Ready to amaze your audience? Add video and audio, customize your animations, and take advantage of the Designer tool. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Ready to amaze your audience? Add video and audio, customize your animations, and take advantage of the Designer tool.

 

A row of people in front of computers

3D Printing - Beginner (for Teens)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Want to learn to build in 3D?  Learn the basics of building in Tinkercad and create a unique item that showcases your newfound skills! Suitable for complete beginners. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Want to learn to build in 3D?  Learn the basics of building in Tinkercad and create a unique item that showcases your newfound skills! Suitable for complete beginners.

 

cell phone with beaded keychain

DIY Beaded Phone Charms

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create phone charms with jewelry beads and string to add personality to your cell phone!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Create phone charms with jewelry beads and string to add personality to your cell phone!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Hands in a circle

Teen Volunteer Day

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Teenspace at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!